2003 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Legend | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Silvia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |